Job Description
InnovateX Solutions is seeking a visionary 2026 Strategic Futurist to shape our company's roadmap for the next decade. This pivotal role combines cutting-edge technology foresight with business strategy to position us at the forefront of industry evolution. You'll analyze emerging trends, identify disruptive opportunities, and develop actionable frameworks that will define our competitive advantage in 2026 and beyond.
Join our elite team of innovators in Austin, Texas, where we're building the future today. This hybrid role offers unparalleled autonomy to explore uncharted territories of technological and societal shifts.
Responsibilities
- Analyze global technology and market trends to forecast industry shifts through 2026
- Develop strategic roadmaps for emerging technologies (AI, quantum computing, biotech)
- Lead cross-functional workshops to align organizational vision with future opportunities
- Author thought leadership reports on future workforce and automation impacts
- Partner with C-suite to integrate foresight into product development and investment strategies
- Monitor geopolitical and sustainability factors affecting long-term business viability
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategic planning, innovation consulting, or technology foresight
- Expertise in emerging tech trends and systemic impact analysis
- Proven track record of translating future scenarios into actionable business strategies
- Advanced degree in Business, Technology, or Futures Studies
- Exceptional communication skills with executive presence
- Certification in strategic foresight or futures methodologies preferred
- Experience with scenario planning and horizon scanning tools